Ceremony marks start of inaugural Peahi contest

December 8, 2012

FIRST PHOTO: Professional surfer Ian Walsh of Haiku is presented a kihei from Pulama Collier, a Hawaiian Language Immersion Program instructor, during Friday's opening ceremony for the Red Bull Jaws Paddle at Peahi. The inaugural contest will take place when waves reach 30-50 feet, with a holding period that runs through March 15.

SECOND PHOTO: Kelly Slater, an 11-time Association of Surfing Professionals world champion, takes part in the event.